Eugenics Wars (1990s, Khan Noonien Singh)
The rise of genetically engineered tyrants like Khan leads to global conflict.
Open countdown →World War III (2026)
A devastating nuclear conflict reshapes Earth’s politics and society.
Open countdown →First Contact Day (2063)
Zefram Cochrane’s warp flight draws the attention of the Vulcans — humanity’s first contact.
Open countdown →Founding of the United Federation of Planets (2161)
Earth, Vulcan, Andoria, and Tellar unite to form the Federation.
Open countdown →Spock’s Birth (2230)
Spock, future science officer of the Enterprise, is born in Shi’Kahr, Vulcan.
Open countdown →James T. Kirk’s Birth (2233)
The future captain of the Enterprise is born in Riverside, Iowa.
Open countdown →USS Enterprise NCC-1701 Launch (2245)
The Constitution-class USS Enterprise is launched, beginning its legendary service.
Open countdown →USS Enterprise NCC-1701-A Launch (2286)
Commissioned after the destruction of the original, the Enterprise-A continues the legacy.
Open countdown →Jean-Luc Picard’s Birth (2305)
Jean-Luc Picard is born in La Barre, France, destined to command the Enterprise-D.
Open countdown →USS Enterprise NCC-1701-D Launch (2363)
The Galaxy-class Enterprise-D is launched, ushering in a new era of exploration.
Open countdown →Battle of Wolf 359 (2367)
One of Starfleet’s darkest hours as the Borg annihilate a Federation fleet.
Open countdown →Dominion War Begins (2373)
The Federation faces its most dangerous galactic conflict with the Dominion.
Open countdown →Romulan Supernova & Mars Synth Attack (2385)
A cataclysmic disaster and tragic uprising reshape the Alpha Quadrant.
Open countdown →About This Timeline
Dates follow primary-canon sources where possible. If a story gives only a year, countdowns target the start of that year in UTC. When continuity conflicts exist, the most widely accepted interpretation is used.
FAQ
Q: What is the Star Trek timeline order for major events?
A: Quick overview: Eugenics Wars → First Contact Day (2063) → World War III → Founding of the Federation (2161) → Enterprise launches → Wolf 359 (2367) → Dominion War (2373–2375) → Romulan Supernova (2387).